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Rockets' Get Revamped Backcourt in 2021 NBA Re-Draft

The 2021 NBA Draft could go down as one of the best in recent years. With the class already producing four All-Stars (with more expected to come), many of the team's selections ended up panning out, especially for the Houston Rockets.

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Destroying an absolutely inaccurate depiction of Amen Thompson

Amen Thompson has undeniably established himself as a two-way force in less than three full seasons with the Houston Rockets. The scouting report on him

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

What The Rockets Need To Extend Win Streak Against Spurs

The Houston Rockets are preparing to face a difficult challenge to begin the NBA Cup as they prepare to take on the San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama.

Ime Udoka News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

Ime Udoka's Relatability is Paying Off for Both Him and the Rockets

Ime Udoka has been a god send for the Houston Rockets, in many respects. He took over a team that was in need of major guidance and direction. And structure.

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The '30-point, 10-rebound NBA game leaders' quiz

How many of the 25 NBA players to score at 30 points and grab 10 rebounds in at least 100 games in their NBA career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA franchise 30-point-game leaders' quiz

The 'Triple-doubles from the 2022-23 NBA season' quiz

The 'NBA 20-season club' quiz

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

Multiple Contributors Questionable for Rockets-Spurs Bout

On Friday night, the Houston Rockets will take on the San Antonio Spurs, hoping to extend their league-best winning streak. After dropping the first two games of the season, Houston has quickly turned things around, ripping off a five-game win-streak featuring some solid opponents.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Victor Wembanyama News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

Rockets Will Get Another Big Test Against Victor Wembanyama, Spurs

The Houston Rockets are set to face the San Antonio Spurs in their first NBA Cup game tonight at 6:30 p.m. CT. With both teams at 5-2, this is one of the most exciting matchups of the season.

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The 'Most points in an NBA Cup game' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 36 points in an NBA Cup game can you name in five minutes?

Jalen Green News / NBA Analysis Network / November 7

Jalen Green’s response to Houston Rockets question pinpoints problem they solved after trading him

Jalen Green just played his first game since leaving the Houston Rockets, and he experienced something he never did with his former team. This past summer, the Houston Rockets decided to take the next step in trying to become a contender when they traded Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks to land Kevin Durant.

Houston Rockets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7

The Rockets’ 5-game winning streak is fun — now comes the hard part

The past two weeks have been kind to the Houston Rockets, as they have won five straight while scoring 110+ points in each game – working their way to No.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

What to Watch for in Rockets vs Spurs NBA Cup Matchup

One of the Rockets' most highly anticipated matchups this season is finally upon us as the team travels almost 200 miles east for a heavyweight matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / November 7

$100 Million Kevin Durant Update Surfaces Amid NBA Season

Kevin Durant may be 37 years old, but he remains one of the most dominant and popular players in the NBA today. Durant, who was traded to the Houston Rockets from the Phoenix Suns during the past offseason, is currently averaging 24.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.o block per game.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 7

Rockets' Kevin Durant is Impressed with Jayson Tatum's Injury Recovery

This year's Boston Celtics team hasn't been nearly the contender that we've grown accustomed to them being. Granted, they were expected to take a step back without Jayson Tatum, because every team would regress without a top-10 player.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7

Video shows Kevin Durant trolling Ja Morant’s dad with a ruthless line

Kevin Durant still has not lost his fastball when it comes to trash talk. Durant and the Houston Rockets faced off on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

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The '2025 backup NFL quarterbacks' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

Houston Rockets News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

Five Straight Wins Prove the Rockets Are Rising Fast

The Houston Rockets are no longer sneaking up on anyone. With a 124–109 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, the team claimed its fifth straight victory, moving to 5–2 and solidifying its place among the NBA’s most complete squads early in the season.

Kevin Durant News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 6

The Houston Rockets Are Finally Being Recognized As Contenders

When it came to becoming title contenders, the Houston Rockets' 'at long last' moment came when they acquired Kevin Durant back in June. But you never truly know your team is a contender until they take the court for the early part of the NBA season.

Tari Eason News / Houston Rockets on SI / November 6

The Houston Rockets Are Surprising Everyone With Their League Leading Offense

Coming into the 2025-26 season, the Houston Rockets were seen as one of the few teams capable of competing for an NBA title. They were part of the most significant move of the entire offseason when they traded for future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant, a move that catapulted them from feel-good story to the NBA elite.

Steven Adams News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

When Will Steven Adams Return to the Rockets Lineup?

The Houston Rockets are flying high after a fifth consecutive victory, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 124–109 on Wednesday night. Yet, one key piece of their frontcourt rotation was missing: Steven Adams, who sat out for the first time this season due to a lingering hip issue.

Ja Morant News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

The Houston Rockets Really Don’t Want Ja Morant

The rumor is that Ja Morant isn’t very happy with the Memphis Grizzlies at the moment. Or maybe the Memphis Grizzlies aren’t very happy with him. In any case, the Houston Rockets’ lack of a starting point guard has drawn some to make a connection.

Houston Rockets News / Hardwood Heroics / November 6

'I Feel Like I’m Watching a Scientific Experiment' – Houston Rockets Have the Best Offense in the League Because of Their Jumbo Lineup

As of this writing, the Houston Rockets boast the league’s top offense with a rating of 122.4, and veteran NBA analyst Zach Lowe pointed to the team’s jumbo lineup as the key reason behind their early success.

Amen Thompson News / Field Level Media / November 5